CNPF issues warning: scammers pose as phone operators and send harmful apps

The National Commission for Financial Markets (CNPF) is warning citizens about a rise in fraud involving the remote control of their phones via messaging applications. The organization advises people not to install any applications that are requested via messages or phone calls. Additionally, it urges individuals to end any suspicious conversations immediately.

Head of Environmental Protection Inspectorate dismissed; Minister says institution needs “a new vision”

The Director of the Inspectorate for Environmental Protection, Ion Bulmaga, was dismissed from his position. The Minister of the Environment, Gheorghe Hajder, thanked him for his work but stated that "the institution needs a new vision".

Embezzlement exceeds 1 million lei: two company officials imprisoned

The administrator of a company in the Ștefan Vodă district and its accountant were sentenced to 11 and 10 years in prison, respectively, for crimes including embezzlement, fraud, document forgery, and the presentation of falsified evidence. The Prosecutor General's Office reports that the total damage caused exceeds 1 million lei.

NIJ director joins ERA board: ‘This nomination is an honor’

Ramona Strugariu, the Director of the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) of the Republic of Moldova, has been proposed and unanimously accepted for membership on the board of the Academy of European Law (ERA). This organization was established at the initiative of the European Parliament and brings together legal professionals from various fields.

Parties that gained more mayors after the November 16 local elections

On Sunday, November 16, residents of six villages and towns held elections for their mayors, and some also elected local councils. Two villages will be led by mayors from the Party of Socialists (PSRM), while two other localities will have independent mayors. One village will elect a mayor from the League of Cities and Communes (LOC), and another village will be led by a mayor from the Party for the Development and Consolidation of Moldova (PDCM).

EU micro-tax proposed to tackle cardiovascular disease mortality

The European Commission is drawing up plans to introduce a new "micro-tax" on ultra-processed foods that contain high levels of fat, sugar, or salt, according to a draft document seen by dpa on Sunday.

Western sanctions and war costs strain Russia's national wealth fund

Russia is facing significant budget challenges, according to economic analysts, as the Kremlin grapples with a widening fiscal gap.

Energocom diversification prompts anticipated reduction in consumer gas prices

Moldova's Energy Minister Dorin Junghietu has announced an expected reduction in the natural gas tariff, stating that the regulatory body, ANRE, will soon review the price structure.

Zelensky agrees $2.3bn financial support and new gas route with Athens

Ukraine and Greece have agreed on a new gas supply route and reached agreements on financing future gas imports, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on November 16.

Mexico City violence: Sheinbaum administration faces anger over cartel crime wave

At least 120 people—including 100 police officers—were injured in clashes that erupted on the sidelines of anti-government protests in Mexico City, police reported, according to BBC.

Holiday magic: Craiova Christmas Market draws 100,000 visitors

Romania's first major Christmas Markets have officially opened their doors in Craiova and Sibiu, drawing large crowds and sparking significant interest across the country.

Moldova agriculture model: Nistru River water transforms Anenii Noi farms

In the village of Puhaceni, in the Anenii Noi district of the Republic of Moldova, a modern irrigation system now covers nearly 950 hectares of farmland.